Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG — fishing, hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
Morrison, CO, CO★ 4.4 (5 reviews)From $38.5/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
Jacks Gulch Recreation Area is located 48 miles northwest of Fort Collins, in northern Colorado. Visitors enjoy the area for its great hiking, biking and horseback riding opportunities.The campground offers an accessible group site with electric hookups, and five equestrian campsites without hookups. Additional single-family campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV30 ft
HookupsElectric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
ADA sites1 sites
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric HookupsFirewood for Sale
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsCamp Host
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need full RV hookups (water/sewer not available).✕ You prefer year-round camping (seasonal May-October only).✕ Recent fire damage has been reported affecting site usability.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as this is a popular federal campground.
Only select sites have electric hookups; plan accordingly.
Campground sits at 8,500+ ft elevation with higher terrain nearby.
Best: May-October
Official operating season for the campground.
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Moose, North American Mountain Lion, Bighorn Sheep, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Yellow-bellied Marmot, and various snake species present in area.
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
970-295-6700· Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG
Getting there →
From Fort Collins, take Highway 14 northwest for 42 miles, then County Road 63 E (Pingree Park Road) south for 6 miles.
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG before arrival — seasonal closures common.
Frequently asked questions
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does Jacks Gulch cost per night?+
Jacks Gulch costs $38.5–$154.5 per night. Hookup options: Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What season is Jacks Gulch open?+
Jacks Gulch is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Jacks Gulch have hookups?+
Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What is the maximum RV length at Jacks Gulch?+
Jacks Gulch can accommodate RVs up to 30 feet.
How do I make reservations at Jacks Gulch?+
Jacks Gulch is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Jacks Gulch?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Jacks Gulch is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Jacks Gulch open, and what are check-in times?+
Jacks Gulch is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Official resources
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas
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$38.5 /night★ 4.4 (5)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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